Cast
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Enrique Muiño
as Juez Pablo Maidana
Fernando Lamas
as Hugo Maidana
Orestes Caviglia
as Fiscal García
Delia Garcés
as Laura
Rosa Rosen
as Amelia García de Maidana
Aurelia Ferrer
as Petrona
Alfonso Ferrari Amores
as
Osvaldo María Cabrera
as
Luis de Lucía
as
Juan Carrara
as
Ada Cornaro
as
Warly Ceriani
as
Isabel Figlioli
as
Carmen Llambí
as
Diana Maggi
as
Crew
Director
- Alberto de Zavalía
Writer
- Homero Manzi
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, De padre desconocido examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Alberto de Zavalía brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1949, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of De padre desconocido took approximately 20 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 86 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 112 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
- The screenplay went through 9 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 9 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1949, when this film was released:
- The civil rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States.
- Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 24, 1949
- Runtime: 1h 26m